Can I use a skin oil, as a moisturizer, after I apply Retin A gel .025%?

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Can I use a skin oil, as a moisturizer, after I apply Retin A gel .025%. I have done it a few times, and it seems like the Retin A balls up and comes off. Is it still on the skin?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

We begin all patients on Retin A with a ceramide cream. In particular, we recommend the Elevase Moisture Booster with Opti-Ceramides at least once daily. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question as it is a common one, given the widespread prescription of retinoid products to patients. Retinoids are notorious for drying the skin and this seems to limit long-term compliance and patient use. Opti-Ceramide creams as Elevase Moisture Booster are excellent in retaining the hydration of the skin and maintaining proper skin hydration when applied with retinoid creams.

Emil A. Tanghetti, MD · Answer

Some face oils can work quite nicely for moisturizers while
using Retin-A. An effective way to make sure the oil absorbs is to pat it into
your skin. We have our patients apply their moisturizer before their vitamin a
cream. This provides a barrier, and helps avoid irritation. It’s a good idea to
check with your physician’s office that prescribed you the vitamin A cream, and
make sure they believe the oil is a proper moisturizer. We sell a face oil at
our office that works great with vitamin A creams, but not all oils are the
same.

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